Description

4,4'-(Naphthalene-1,4-Diyl)Dibenzaldehyde is a high-purity organic building block featuring a rigid naphthalene core symmetrically functionalized with two aldehyde groups. This compound matters for its role as a critical precursor in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and functional polymers. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key monomer for synthesizing conjugated polymers and small molecules used in OLEDs, OFETs, and organic photovoltaics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a versatile building block for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of sophisticated chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the production of specialty polyimides, polyazomethines, and other high-performance polymers.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: A starting material for creating novel organic dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations requiring aldehyde-based crosslinking for resins and coatings.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research tool in synthetic organic chemistry and materials science.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4,4'-(Naphthalene-1,4-Diyl)Dibenzaldehyde
CAS No.	2116542-17-5
Molecular Formula	C24H16O2
Molecular Weight	336.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(4-formylphenyl)naphthalene; 4,4'-(1,4-Naphthalenediyl)bisbenzaldehyde; 1,4-Di(4-formylphenyl)naphthalene; 4,4'-(Naphthalene-1,4-diyl)dibenzaldehyde; Naphthalene-1,4-diylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanone; 4,4'-(1,4-Naphthylene)dibenzaldehyde; 4,4'-(1,4-Naphthalenediyl)dibenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-(Naphthalene-1,4-Diyl)Dibenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.